What is the difference between Tar and Bitumen? - The Constructor (2024)

Bitumen:

1. Bitumen is naturally occurring substances, it is dark in color & it occurs in both solid and liquid form.

2. Bitumen is a viscous organic substance, which occurs naturally.

3. Bitumen is strongly adhesive and water-resistant. & it is always a viscous liquid.

4. Bitumen is created by distilling crude oil.

5. Bitumen use as a waterproof, sealing agent and in road construction. It is a good binder.

Tar:

1. Tar is obtained artificially by the process of destructive distillation. It is always in a viscous liquid form.

2. Tar is very thick, it is good water-resistant.

3. Tar widely use in industries.

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